CVE-2025-24061

Summary

CVE-2025-24061 is a vulnerability affecting Windows' Mark of the Web (MOTW) protection mechanism. This issue permits unauthorized attackers to bypass a crucial security feature locally. The failure in MOTW's protection mechanism can lead to potential security breaches and unintended access to sensitive data or system functions. It is essential for Microsoft to release a patch as soon as possible to mitigate this risk. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious code with elevated privileges, potentially leading to significant damage.

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